The DOGGO USA team has been a wonderful experience for my dog, Ringo and myself. Ringo completed their 8-week Board and Train program in December 2024, and the results have been truly impressive. The program focused on comprehensive obedience, off-leash reliability, recall, and behavioral modification, all through individualized and consistent training tailored to Ringo's specific needs. Juan and the entire team are amazing--compassionate, trustworthy, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring. They took the time to understand Ringo and worked patiently to help him build confidence, improve behavior, and develop reliable obedience skills. It was clear throughout the process that they care deeply about every dog they work with. What stands out most is the level of professionalism combined with the love and attention they give each dog. I felt completely comfortable trusting them with Ringo, and the communication throughout the program was excellent. Even after training, I continue to bring Ringo there for daycare and boarding, which says everything about the confidence I have in their team and facility. Ringo is always happy to go, and I know he is safe, well cared for, and in great hands. If you are looking for a team that delivers real results while treating your dog like family, The DOGGO USA is the place to go. Our experience with The DOGGO USA has and continues to make a lasting difference in Ringo's life. We are grateful for everything they have done for him. Highly recommend The DOGGO USA to anyone seeking training, daycare, or boarding services. read more

Amazing experience from beginning to end! The staff was kind, professional, and genuinely caring with my dog. I loved getting updates while I was away, and my pup came home happy and well cared for. It's clear they truly love animals. Highly recommend! read more

Took out 2 Shih Tzu puppies for the 4 week training and it went so well. They are easy to walk and potty trained which was a definite struggle. They had a great time and do so well around other dogs. Worth every penny. read more

Update: It s been a month and the dogs are still great. We did the follow up course two weeks later to assess how the dogs were doing and correct any commands we were doing incorrectly. it was extremely helpful and I recommend it. The important thing to know is that you must reinforce the training at home. The dogs are still so much better behaved and walking them is still so much more enjoyable. Still happy with the training. read more

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Our golden doodle puppy started getting very rebellious ignoring commands, dragging us on every walk and eating everything off the ground!! Me and my wife were so stressed and went to social media for help. Our friend recommended us Juan and his team at the doggo and wow! I cant believe how good of a dog he is now. If you're feeling hopeless and alone, ask for help from the Doggo! The price was reasonable and what an investment it was. Thank you Doggo! read more

Juan and team are the best! Just got Chubbs back and he's a completely new dog, I couldn't be happier! read more

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I enrolled my pup here a few months ago with the hope that he would learn basic obedience. Throughout the weeks he was there, I received positive updates from Juan saying he was doing well, learning new things, and making progress. However, when I picked him up, I was shocked because he looked malnourished, with his spine and ribs clearly visible. Since coming home, he still cannot follow some basic commands, has nipped at a few people, and is extremely food-aggressive. While I did not pursue follow-up training, I would have expected that after 5 weeks away he would have shown significant improvement. Sadly, this was not the case. I feel like I lost precious time with him and if I could go back in time, I would never have sent him here. read more

Juan and his Team saved our Rottweiler and Family, not once, but twice. Our dog is PERFECT now, and it's all due to Juan and his Team!

What a great experience all around. After reviewing some options and other school choices, we decided to go with The Doggo based on overall feel. We were blown away by what a great decision it was. Value, communication and results were beyond all expectations. 10/10 would recommend training and any service this organization offers. read more

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I took my fur baby to Doggo and it was hard leaving her for five weeks. But the results are incredible and I still can't believe this is my dog. Juan and his staff are amazing at what they do. she made friends with Archie rookie and Willow. I love having her back and love taking her on walks. I recommend this place hands down. read more

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I waited a while to write this review because I genuinely hoped Juan would make things right--but unfortunately, he has not. I'm now left with an untrained dog, serious behavioral setbacks, and I am emotionally and financially exhausted. If you don't read the whole review, here's my advice: Get all expectations in writing before you drop off your dog. When you pick them up, do a full head-to-toe health check. Especially the neck! If Juan is as reputable as he claims, he should have no issue documenting what he says he'll deliver. Why I Hired Doggo I initially contacted Juan to train a new foster dog I had for six weeks, named Charlie. I told him upfront that Charlie had crate anxiety, leash reactivity to other dogs, and poor obedience in public. Juan told me these issues couldn't be handled in the 3-week program, so I paid for the 5-week board-and-train. Charlie already knew basic obedience--sit, down, heel--but couldn't do it under distraction. In the first week, Juan worked on things Charlie never struggled with, like potty training and jumping. By week two, I noticed he wasn't training Charlie in public, even though that was part of the deal. When I raised this, he called me and said, "Trust the process," claiming that public training comes after private progress. Throughout the five weeks, Juan sent nothing but positive updates: "Charlie is doing amazing." "He's very dog friendly." "He's excelling." But when I picked Charlie up, the tone changed. Juan said Charlie was "stubborn and hard" and admitted "he bit me." This was never communicated before. Once home, I saw little to no improvement. When I reached out again, Juan said I wouldn't see results for two more weeks--that's why he doesn't check in right away. But Charlie's behavior was out of control. I told Juan I was considering leaving a review, and instead of addressing my concerns, he offered to pick Charlie back up for three more weeks of "advanced" training. I agreed, hoping he would finally follow through on what he promised. What Happened Next Three weeks later, Juan returned Charlie to me at a Home Depot. During the go-home session, every time I used the e-collar, Charlie yelped loudly. Juan said: "He fakes it to get out of training. Keep using it." I followed his instructions. But after a few days of consistent yelping, I checked and found two wounds on Charlie's neck--one of them actively infected. The vet later confirmed these were caused by prolonged or improper use of the e-collar. I stopped contacting Juan until I had confirmation from the vet. Then, I asked him for a partial refund--not even the full $4,000 I paid. I asked for $1,400 (for the "advanced" training) and $300 (for the vet bill). He never responded again. I had to go through a third party to get a single response--he defended the training results but offered no accountability for the injury or lack of transparency (I added his response and my counter response). Where We Are Now Charlie has now: Bit four people since the training--something he had never done before. Seen multiple professional trainers and behaviorists who agree he's a difficult case because of anxiety and fear, not stubbornness. Been in weekly day training, private sessions, and obedience classes--all of which I pay out-of-pocket. I don't blame Juan for Charlie's anxiety, but I do hold him responsible for: Injuring my dog and dismissing it. Hiding behavioral red flags during training. Ghosting me after I asked for accountability. Selling me basic obedience while claiming to handle behavioral cases. I asked Juan for an in-person consultation before starting the program, and he refused--telling me he'd trained dogs for years and knew exactly what Charlie needed. I trusted that. I shouldn't have. Final Thoughts If you have a fearful or anxious dog--work with a certified behaviorist, not a board-and-train obedience program. I learned that the hard way. I'm not out for revenge, but I don't want others to waste their money or risk their dog being harmed like I did. Feel free to contact me directly (Email Tabletop03 at gmail)--I will share every email, vet bill, and message I have. I wish I had known better, and I hope this saves someone else from the pain I've gone through. read more

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The Doggo is the place to go to have your pet trained. It is hard for me to trust people with anything, but I trust Juan and his team. Our puppy was hyper and barked at people she didn't know. Our now 6 month old puppy is well behaved for a puppy. Don't get me wrong we as dog parents still have a long way to go. But Juan and his team gave us the comfort that we needed once we picked up our puppy and took her home. We are able to get things done around the home, go out in public to a park, and go out to restaurants or cafes. Any time we have had a question or concern Juan was there to give us the best advice and the reassurance we needed. If we had to do it all over again, I would come back to The Doggo in a heart beat. read more

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I dropped my dog Ghost off at DOGGO for training with Juan, and honestly, best decision ever. Before, he was a total nightmare to walk with constant pulling, barking, and zero focus. Now he's like a completely different dog. Juan worked wonders and really took the time to explain everything to me so I could keep it going at home. Walking Ghost is actually enjoyable now! Huge thanks to Juan and the DOGGO team read more

I did the three-week board and train program at Doggo USA, and I have pretty mixed feelings about the experience. On the positive side, my dog did pick up a few helpful skills -- especially better leash manners -- and the trainers themselves were friendly and seemed to genuinely care about the dogs. They also provided tools and guidance for continuing the training at home, which I've been using with varying levels of success. However, there were several disappointing parts. While he was there, my dog got very sick and was later diagnosed by my vet with kennel cough. It took weeks for him to recover, and it was tough watching him go through that. When I contacted Doggo USA, they said no other dogs were sick at the time, but the situation still left me uneasy. Some of the core issues I wanted addressed -- like potty training and jumping -- didn't show much improvement, even after three weeks. I've been trying to reinforce the training at home, but it feels like it didn't stick as much as I'd hoped. Also, I was supposed to receive a two-week follow-up call to check in on how things were going, and that never happened. That kind of follow-up would've made me feel more supported and like they were invested in my dog's long-term success. All in all, I'm grateful for the progress we did make, but considering the price I paid, I don't feel like I got the full value I expected. I'd rate this experience somewhere between 3 and 4 stars -- leaning closer to 3. read more

I could not write a better review for Juan, he's an amazing person who truly cares for his people and is extremely quick to respond to any needs. We enrolled Kai in the 5 week board and train and we couldn't be happier with the results. He was pulling extremely hard during his walks prior and would constantly sniff everything. After the training with Juan and his team, I could not believe that there is absolutely NO tension on the leash when walking our boy during our walks. The go home session also taught us to be a better role model and dog parents for Kai which is extremely important when continuing the progression with his obedience! Once again, an amazing experience and would 100% recommend it to anyone who would want to take the journey towards being a more confident dog parent! read more

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We took our 6 month old very high energy heeler possibly malinois mix to doggo and I have to say I am very happy with how she turned out. We are able to manage her much better on walks which was practically impossible beforehand. The communication with the trainers was amazing and they were super responsive. I will definitely continue to use them to reinforce training and even boarding and daycare! read more

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Juan and his staff turned my Belgian Malinois from a beast to a trained family pet...He's super intelligent but I was struggling with his training until I turned him over to them...Two months later...my dog Zeus is an amazing obedient dog...he's super chill and follows my commands on queue...I am very pleased with the training and highly recommend them...Just check out their stories on IG...I'm a happy customer. read more

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I can't say enough good things about The DOGGO USA and their 8-week obedience program! The difference in my dog Asta is like night and day. From the very first day back, I noticed huge improvements--he walks on leash so much better, his recall is excellent, and he listens to my commands the first time I give them. Juan was amazing throughout the entire process. He answered all of my questions, always responded in a timely manner, and really made me feel confident about leaving my fur baby in his care. It's clear he truly cares about the dogs and their progress. I 100% recommend DOGGO to anyone looking for quality training. Asta has grown so much thanks to this program, and I'm beyond happy with the results! read more

I can't say enough great things about Doggo! From the moment I contacted Juan, he was professional, friendly, and clearly passionate about dogs. The training sessions were incredibly effective -- my puppy now walks calmly on a leash, listens to basic commands, and is well-behaved. It's been a total transformation! As a sitter, Doggo is equally impressive. My pup is happy when she sees Juan. When I picked her up, she was happy, healthy, and clearly loved her time there. I've recommended my friends to send their pups here too. read more

I sent my Australian Cattle dog to Doggo for 5 weeks and was really really happy with the results. He came back following basic commands, walking A LOT better on the leash and just is an all round more responsive dog. He also seemed to enjoy his time there, liked his trainer and is a lot more confident than before. Juan has been amazing throughout, very responsive and helpful and runs a professional and caring business. The one recommendation I do have is: keep up the training when they return home. I dropped the ball a little bit and some bad habits came back but I was able to call Juan for advice. I will be sending my dog back whenever I go on vacation instead of boarding because I am so happy with the results. read more

Omg so amazed by what Juan has turned my dog into, we did the 8 week program and we just got her back he trained us too. Before she wouldn't listen, she would lunged at other dogs, growl at them and try to attack them. And now she's calm walks with us doesn't attack other animals. We took her to my mother in laws house which she has Kat's and kittens and she didn't even look at them and kept focus on me. They gave us weekly updates, I high key recommend this place. read more

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Found Juan and the Doggo through yelp only to find out I had played softball with him way back! Real stand up guy who knows what he is doing. I waited a couple weeks to write this review and I will say that our GSD mix Penelope has completely changed for the better. She is a rescue from a shelter and my wife and I had no clue what to expect. We soon found out she was reactive to everything and didn't listen to a word we said. Granted we only had her for a few weeks but we knew we had to do something about it quick or else she would be set in her ways. We had her with the Doggo for the 8 week program and upon return she was a totally different dog! She actually had obedience. She actually listened. She was actually manageable. We can now take her in public without her absolutely freaking out, have her in place command and just relax when needed, have her sleep in her crate with no problems, stays at doors without bolting through them. Even tested the waters with some off leash obedience at the park and she is doing things I only dreamed of doing with her. And her continuous training will only make her better. That is one thing to be sure of is to continue the training! Set those boundaries as soon as you get your fur baby back home. Would highly recommend Juan and his team. Thank you all for everything! read more

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Juan and his team far exceeded our expectations. With a growing family we wanted to ensure the safety and happiness of everyone including our Luna. Luna had been showing signs of resource guarding and was becoming a bit anxious with many changes in the home but after the 8 week training program at The Doggo she's a completely different dog for the better. Luna is no longer resource guarding, is not reactive on her walks, and overall is much more relaxed and happy. We're extremely thankful for Juan and the team. Our family as a whole are so much happier and are so happy to see our Luna thriving. read more

Juan and The Doggo Team are amazing! I have a 1 year old Husky GSD Mix named Banksy who is full of energy and can be rambunctious. I've had him since he was 2 months old and have been taking him to puppy socialization, obedience, daycare/boarding and other training classes but it was still very difficult to take him around places since he was always barking, pulling and reacting to other dogs (he loves to say hi and play with otters dugs - nothing aggressive but he's 50+ lbs and very strong). It got to the point where I was super stressed and upset at myself thinking "what am I doing wrong?!". Then one day, I was searching on Yelp for dog daycare/boarding facilities since I was moving to Whittier and came across The Doggo. They offered daycare, boarding, AND training programs. I was a bit hesitant at first since it was board & train and wasn't sure how effective the training would be since Banksy did training at other places and I didn't really see a big difference. But after looking at their instagram and seeing how trained and well behaved the dogs were, I decided to do the 5 week on and off leash board & train program and I'm glad I did! The 5 week board & train program was a game changer for both Banksy and I. His walk on leash/off leash is AMAZING and he's much calmer and well behaved when we go on walks. He still reacts a bit when he sees other dogs since he gets excited and wants to play but it's so much easier to correct him where as before, he would whine, bark, and pull like crazy with full force. I work on his off leash everyday and his recall is also amazing and gets better everyday. He knows not to stray away and is always by my side unless I release him. Juan also took his time during his graduation/pick up day to go over everything Banksy's learned and how to keep up the training at home. Super happy and proud of my baby and can't wait to take him around everywhere! Thank you Juan and The Doggo team! read more

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I had a very stubborn, anxiety-ridden Beagle/Coonhound named Becks. At 4 years old, she's overwhelmed with anxiety, prefers solitude, and is afraid of nearly everything. We were referred to The Doggo USA through a family friend, and after just 8 weeks of training, our Becks underwent a life-changing transformation. Now, she's hyper, social, curious, and obedient in ways we couldn't have imagined before. Juan and his team have done an incredible job pulling Becks out of her shell. The constant communication through their app showed us progress of her training, which was the best part. Becks is also at a healthy weight and brimming with energy. We can't thank The Doggo USA enough for their invaluable help! read more

I am so grateful I found The DOGGO when searching for obedience school for my Frenchie Jasper . Juan called me and explained his program options. He truly cares about you and your fur baby needs. After a wonderful conversation where we discussed goals Jasper enrolled in the 5 week program. I am happy to say Jasper successfully completed his 5 weeks and we couldn't be happier. Jasper is less reactive, learned basic commands, crate trained, and is now able to go on walks!!! Thank you to Juan and his wonderful team we couldn't have done it without you read more

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I brought in my 4 month old Australian shepherd in for the three week program. She came back a changed dog! She's more obedient and more manageable to walk. Juan has been such a joy to work with and really took the time to help us with any questions we had. Highly recommend to anyone seeking dog training! read more

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First off, we did EXTENSIVE research on finding the right board and train for our sweet but stubborn chow/lab mix Charlie. We were pretty nervous because of all the horror stories that are out there but we found The Doggo and it felt right. I was really impressed by the reviews of The Doggo, the cleanliness and beauty of the facility that I saw on our initial FaceTime, and the way Juan was quick to communicate, answer questions and never pressure us into signing up. Juan was GENEROUS and customized his training plan for us in a way that truly blew us away. Charlie has improved sooo much and we were thoroughly impressed with our overall experience with The Doggo. She was clean and happy when we picked her up, and (according to the weekly video updates) had a fabulous time with the other dogs. Even though the work continues with our angel Char, we are so incredibly grateful to Juan and his team and feel encouraged with their post-board and train support! read more

Our Luna (Westie) was already 4 years old. She was difficult to walk, scared of people, and hesitant of other dogs. It's been 2 weeks since she returned from her 5 week training and Juan and his staff have been a BLESSING. Luna has a newfound confidence and is not afraid of everything anymore. I now enjoy long walks with her and can even give her some time off leash. Furthermore, she now let's people and dogs approach her. Something I was worried about was Luna losing some of her affection after the training but she is as lovable as before! I am so thankful for Juan and his staff. The training was worth every penny and more! read more

Great experience with Juan! I didn't have time to train Buster nor did I trust most places, but a las The Doggo is what we needed. Buster is very trained, and I highly recommend The Doggo. read more

We had the best experience with dog training with Juan and the entire DOGGO team. We had a very anxious maltipoo that needed a little more structure in his life and his stay at the DOGGO was able to provide him with that while retraining and teaching him the basics. He was extremely well trained after the 8 week program and then the team spent time with us to ensure that we were able to continue with the structure, including commands, that they had set up for us. He no longer barks anxiously. He is able to do loose leash walking and off leash walking without any issues in different environments. The best part about our baby enrolling in this program is the family that we have gained. Juan is always available by phone and by text if we ever have any questions which makes us feel very comfortable while we reinforce what was taught. The DOGGO also offers dog boarding. Their facilities are extremely well thought and spacious both for boarding and their training programs. They use the best crates and the best equipment. They all love dogs and love what they do. We could not be happier with the results and are grateful that we are now able to have a happier, less anxious pup! Thank you to Juan and the DOGGO! read more

We had a great experience and fantastic results with The Doggo. We have a young, extremely stubborn Basset Hound. He had issues with resource guarding, as well as ignoring rules, especially when he knew he was either unsupervised or felt he could get away with bending the rules. He would also often ignore commands and express his displeasure at being told to do things he did not want to do, sometimes aggressively. This was concerning as we have young children. After the eight week program at the Doggo, our dog's behavior has improved significantly. He is extremely responsive to commands and is generally much more well-behaved. We have kept up with his training, and are to the point that we can even walk him off-leash. To top it off, the people at The Doggo are extremely friendly and responsive. Highly recommend. read more

Thanks to Juan and his help and dedication and trust My puppy is so much different for the better ! He use to be undisciplined and would bite us constantly due to no structure or order . Until Juan came in our lives with a helpful hand with his knowledge on behavior and obedience . My Sunny boy is totally different I don't recognize him ,but in a positive way . We are so happy with his progress Juan is a trust worthy person who you definitely need in your life to guide you when your puppy So thank you again to The Doggo USA !! read more

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Thank you so much for correcting my fur baby's bad behaviors and habits in such a short period of time. Eiko used to be the one walking me in the morning, but now I'm walking her. People always compliment her when they see her obeying my commands - and I never hesitate to exhibit what she knows in the presence of others while they are walking with their dogs. I'm proud of Eiko and take advantage of every opportunity to show off how awesome she is. Thanks for changing our lives in such a positive way, Juan. read more

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My dog Kolty was super difficult to train at home. I brought him to Doggo at the recommendation of my sister.I was surprised at how quickly they were able to get my sweet boy under control. He would jump on everyone. In a matter of days the behavior disappeared. We can now walk hime without a leash!! He is now a well behaved young man! I can't recommend Doggo enough without their training I might have had to remove our beautiful fur baby! Thanks read more

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My husband and I rescued Akiva, a Belgian Malinois, from a shelter. We were looking for a professional dog trainer. I am so glad I spoke with Juan from Doggo. He answered all my questions and I could tell based on our conversation that he truly loves what he does and has a caring heart for dogs. We signed Akiva up for the 5 week board & training program and could not have been happier with the results. I was able to view weekly reports and video of her which eased my mind. When I would contact Juan he would immediately return my calls. I love the results from her training, walking her is so much more enjoyable, her staying in place is awesome and her recall is wonderful. I recently went back for our two week follow up. Juan went over some of the things that needed improvement to continue success in Akiva's training. The few changes Juan recommended made a world of difference. Juan and the Doggo family, thank you so much for your professionalism, your training skills and the loving care you have for dogs. I highly recommend Doggo to anyone seeking a professional and knowledgeable dog training program. Doggo also offers boarding services. We look forward to utilizing this service should the opportunity arise. We trust Doggo services to take good care of our dog. read more

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Thor was super crazy before we brought him to Juan. He was very reactive towards people and animals. When I picked him up he was a new dog! I'm so happy with his progress and so thankful for the doggo team and looking forward to having such an obedient pet. Thank you so much Juan I really can't stress enough how grateful I am to you guys! I wouldn't trust anyone else to take care of my dog! Juan is a master at what he does! read more

The DOGGO and there team of trainers make miracles with my German shepherd pups. They were out of control making it I'm possible to take a walk or take them to the dog park. Thanks you guys worth every penny read more

We just got our German Shepherd back from Juan's 8-week training last week. Goodness, what a difference!! I can't say enough! Everyone keeps telling us it's a night and day difference. Thanks to Juan and the crew. We really appreciate the after-training follow ups and your immediate feedback when we had additional questions. My dog had high anxiety, barking, reactive towards people, and other dogs. She is barely 2 years old and we are the third owner. Since we got her back, it's been easy to keep up with the 10-min morning and evening training. Her bad behaviors have been corrected. We are definitely enjoying our dog, now. I LOVE walking with her! It's almost therapeutic for both of us Thank you, Juan and crew!!! Appreciate it. Will definitely use your facility for boarding!!! read more

Juan and his team are so wonderful. He took time to answer all of my questions and ensure u was comfortable with all training. We missed our pup SO much while he was gone, but now that he is home we all can play and enjoy him and he us in a way we couldn't before. He is a totally different pup and having him home is such a joy! I can't thank everyone at The Doggo enough. Thank you for making our boy the best boy!! read more

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